Love Untangled - Chapter 120

Benjamin

We got to the theatre restaurant. I thought it was a delightful concept. Good food and entertainment. The room was loud enough for Zach to stop his enquiries, so that I could enjoy a nice evening. It wasn’t exactly what I had in mind when I spoke to Saph on the phone, but this would do.

I walked behind my wife as we were shown our seats. Her dress was nicely draped around her figure. I knew very well that she was wearing something like this on purpose, because she herself, wanted to be dressed in a more religious way. Meaning; wearing a tent.

Her hips, which we now more curvy then ever, swung from left to right as she walked. Mhh… I laughed at the thought that she wanted to be my friend with benefits. I doubted she knew what that meant.

I guessed it was just her way of trying to be difficult, but still wanting a claim on me. I did not mind in the least. There was no other woman for me, that would ever compare to Jasmine. She had me. all of me.

As if she heard my thoughts, she turned around in de midst of her step. She pouted her lips a little, but I saw that her lovely smile broke through. I flashed her a smile and she seductively raised her eyebrows ones.

I felt a tingle in my groin. I shook my head and snickered. She stopped walking, waiting for me to catch up to her. Too bad, I enjoyed my view. “How are you my friend.” She said emphasizing on the word ‘my’. I laughed at that.

“To be honest, I am kind of bumped… ” I said taking her hand in mine and continued to walk behind Saph and Zachary.

“Can I do anything to fix that?” She said biting her lip. I swallowed. “Well you see, there was this drop dead, gorgeous blond walking before me just now.” I said waving at the empty space. Jasmine half smiled.

“And I was utmost enjoying my view of her and to be fair my friend…” I said licking my lips, while squeezing her hand a little. “”Mhh?” She prompted just before we arrived at our table. I saw that Zach and Saph were already taking their seat.

“I was just thinking of all the ways I would make love to her tonight.” I said sheepishly. Jasmine’s cheeks colored pink. “Oh…” She said flushed.

“Let’s take a seat.” I said, not wanting her to continue this conversation, because I would of taken her right there and then.

Saphira

I hated that Benjamin had such a hold on me. It was stupid, when I could have someone who loved me as much as Zachary did. He did everything for me and was always there for me when I needed him. He would never let me down.

I was his first choice, and even though I knew I would always know that I would never be Ben’s first pick, I still wanted to be just that. It was absolutely stupid, I knew that.

Benjamin interrupted my thoughts. He was sitting beside me on the one side and Zachary on the other. “Are you two dating?” Benjamin whispered in my ear. I felt my body shiver by the closeness. His breath smelt like the sweetest peppermint.

“Who?!” I said abruptly turning to face him. Our noses touched. Likely nobody saw that. Benjamin visibly swallowed. I just stared at him. Jasmine was clapping to the music, so she did not notice our closeness in this moment.

“You and-” Benjamin put some space between us and nodded towards Zachary, who was looking at the band that was playing his favorite song.

“Ah… well.. I don’t know.. Maybe.” I admitted. “Have you kissed?” Benjamin asked in a shaky voice. “That’s not fair.” I mouthed almost inaudible. “Have you?!” He prompted.

I shook my head, meaning no. Benjamin seemed relieved. I did not understand that. Wasn’t he so called ‘friends with benefits’ with his stupid, way too perfect looking wife?

We were being served lobster, by a men who were wearing old-fashioned hats and funny-looking suits.

“OMG…” I said a little too loud. The whole table stared at me. “How the heck are we going to eat this?” I said looking at the whole darn lobster before me. “Can’t help you with that either.” Zachary laughed out loud. “Would you look at those eyes Saphira!” Zachary said still laughing.

His laugh was so contagious and I was so nervous I laughed as well. So hard, that my stomach hurt.

“Don’t worry about making a scene. And don’t feel self-conscious about using your hands.” Benjamin smiled at us.

“If the lobster is served whole.” Benjamin said gesturing at our food. Zachary laughed again. I saw Jasmine disapprovingly shake her head and started to eat. Of course misses perfect knew how to do it.

“Grab the tail with one hand and the body with the other. Twist them in opposite directions ­­– like you’re wringing a towel ­– which will separate the tail. Then crush the sides of the tail with your hands.” Benjamin explained.

Zachary tried what Benjamin said and it worked. “There are five fins, called swimmerets, at the bottom. Pop out the middle one and the whole chunk of tail meat will come out easily.” Benjamin went on as if he was giving us a lecture on how to eat a lobster.

“You are such a know-it-all.” I teased him. “Just dig in and enjoy.” Benjamin smiled light-hearted.

The meat really tasted good. After a while, my belly was full. “Let’s dance.” I said as more and more people were joining to dance before stage. “Nah… you know I am not a fan of dancing.” Zachary said scratching his head.

Benjamin

Saph looked disappointed. “I hear the two of you are an item now.” I said to Zach trying to make clear I was not trespassing on our new re-found friendship. Zachary looked at Saphira with a surprised expression.

He was quiet for a while, taking in my words. It seemed it was not official yet. That was Zachary alright. Always staking his claim, not even knowing if the lady in particular felt the same about him.

“I guess…” He said narrowing his eyes at Saphira, trying to get a reaction out of her. He always wanted her to spill her feelings, before he showed his. The coward.

Surprisingly, Saphira did not answer his question, but instead her blue eyes held mine.

“I wanted to ask for your permission to dance with her.” I said trying to show him that I meant no harm. Zachary frowned and then smiled.

“Of course.” He said as his smile deepened. He understood that I accepted his claim on her. I took Saphira’s hand in mine and led her to the dancefloor.

I felt Jasmine’s eyes burning on my back. She was going to give it to me tonight…